Author: Amara Evans

Ski resorts across the Alps are facing a big challenge. Snowfall is dropping fast, and it is changing winter sports. Many resorts now rely on snow cannons to make artificial snow. But this raises a big question: how long can they keep doing this? In Balderschwang, a popular ski town in Germany, snowfall was once almost certain. Located in the Allgäu Alps at 1,044 meters, this place used to be called “Bavarian Siberia” because of its heavy snow. Winters were long and full of fresh snow. But now, that is changing. Konrad Kienle, the mayor of Balderschwang, remembers the old…

Singapore’s secret to long life lies in simple living, strong communities, and smart city planning. Singapore is known for its strict rules. People must follow many laws. These rules keep the city safe and clean. For example, smoking is banned in many places. Drinking alcohol in public is limited. Driving too fast is not allowed. If people break these rules, they get fined or punished. But Singapore is also known for something else. It is famous for how long its people live. The average age of people in Singapore is 85 years. This is one of the highest in the…

Princess Elisabeth of Belgium, the country’s future queen, has completed her first year at Harvard University. She is studying Public Policy as part of a two-year master’s program. According to Harvard’s website, the program helps students see the world in new ways and prepares them for a strong career in public service. Princess Elisabeth is the eldest child of King Philippe and Queen Mathilde. She is first in line for the Belgian throne. Before joining Harvard, she earned a degree in History and Politics from the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom. But now, her studies in the U.S.…

Google has launched a new “AI Mode” inside its popular search engine. This big change lets users get answers from an AI chatbot, instead of just seeing a list of web links. The feature was announced by Google CEO Sundar Pichai at the company’s yearly I/O developer event. He shared the news at Google’s headquarters in Silicon Valley. “This is a big change in how we search,” Pichai said. “I’ve been using it a lot, and it has totally changed how I find things online.” AI Mode is now available to all users in the United States. Google plans to…

The 15th Beijing International Film Festival came to a close on Saturday with a big win for the Norwegian film Lovable. The movie won four major awards, including Best Film, Best Director, Best Actress, and Best Screenplay. It was the top winner at this year’s festival. Lovable tells the story of a middle-aged woman. After going through a divorce, she tries to rebuild her life. The film shows how someone can find a new path even after deep pain. The movie touched many hearts and stood out from the rest. The Best Actor award was shared by two stars from…

Former U.S. President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Doctors say the cancer has already spread to his bones. The news was shared in a statement from his office on Sunday, May 18, according to CNN. Joe Biden, who is 82 years old, visited the doctor last week. He was there for a urinary tract infection. On Friday, doctors gave him the cancer diagnosis. Doctors said Biden’s cancer has a Gleason score of 9. This score shows that the cancer is very serious. It also means the cancer has spread, or metastasized, to other parts of his body,…

Hollywood, once the shining symbol of the global entertainment industry, is facing a major job crisis. As more film productions leave California for cheaper and more tax-friendly locations, the ripple effects are being felt across thousands of jobs. Industry experts say the situation has become one of the worst in recent memory—comparable only to the pandemic shutdowns of 2020. Several of 2025’s biggest movie productions are now being filmed outside of California. Rising production costs, labor disruptions, and more appealing tax incentives elsewhere are pulling projects to states like Georgia, Texas, and Tennessee—and even overseas. What’s being called a “mass…

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that Israel will not stop its attacks on Gaza, even if Hamas frees more hostages. His statement comes as Israel continues its intense military operation in the Gaza Strip. Gaza, already under blockade, is facing daily air and ground strikes. Israeli military attacks have grown stronger, and the number of deaths keeps rising. People in Gaza say no place is safe anymore. Food and aid supplies are also blocked. Many call Gaza a living hell. On Tuesday night, Turkish news agency Anadolu reported Netanyahu’s remarks. He said the war in Gaza will not…

Pope Leo XIV gave his first Sunday blessing and speech this week. He spoke to people gathered in St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City. The main focus of his speech was peace around the world. He made a strong call to stop wars in both Gaza and Ukraine. He also asked for urgent help for the people of Gaza. In his speech on Sunday, May 11, Pope Leo XIV said he was very sad about the war in Gaza. He called for a quick ceasefire, help for the people, and the release of all prisoners. “I am deeply sorry for…

In a tense turn of events, India and Pakistan have exchanged accusations of ceasefire violations just hours after agreeing to a ceasefire deal brokered by the United States. The two long-time rivals reached a peace agreement following a recent terrorist attack in the Pehalgam region of Jammu and Kashmir. However, the ceasefire quickly unraveled as both sides accused each other of breaking the truce. On Sunday, May 11, reports from Al Jazeera and The News International revealed that Pakistan, in an early morning statement, reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the ceasefire agreement. Pakistan insisted that it was dedicated to ensuring…